A messenger bag is a type of
sack, usually made out of some
kind of cloth (natural or
synthetic), that is worn over
one shoulder with a strap that
winds around the chest resting
the bag on the lower back.
Messenger bags are often used
by bicycle messengers, though
they are increasingly becoming
an urban fashion icon. Similar
in function to backpacks,
messenger bags ensure comfort
to people carrying heavy
and/or bulky items, while
allowing easy access to the
contents. Messenger bags
typically incorporate features
that make them particularly
suitable for cycling, such as
fittings that make it easy to
adjust the shoulder strap,
quick release buckles, an
adjustable hinged buckle, and
the ability to attach a
variety of accessories, such
as lights, phone holsters, or
U-locks. Messenger bags have
also become fashionable in
urban environments, among
cyclists and commuters. Many
college and high-school
students make use of them for
fashionable and functional
purposes, especially those who
commute on bicycles. Compared
to a backpack, it is much
easier to place and remove
text-books, notebooks, laptop,
essays and supplies from a
messenger bag because they lie
on the side of the body,
granting the wearer better
accessibility. Laptop
backpacks are ideal for school
use, particularly college,
because they have plenty of
additional storage beyond the
laptop compartment. Laptop
backpacks are also easier to
carry when riding a bike or
walking long distances,
perfect for college students
who have to travel on a large
campuses.
